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DAN Europe Partners with Ocean Maps to Offer its Members Better Diving Experiences

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5 years ago

May 28, 2016

The international diving safety organization Divers Alert Network (DAN) Europe and the Austrian-based startup Ocean Maps have announced a partnership to offer an enhanced diving experience to scuba diving fans.

Ocean Maps provides groundbreaking interactive 3D-simulations of popular dive spots, helping divers to accustom to the specifics of a dive site. DAN Europe members will be granted 3 free interactive 3D dive maps of the “Red Sea Scuba Maps” App, including the famous diving spot “Big Brother”, to encourage detailed planning and briefing before diving. Thanks to this cooperation, both organizations raise awareness about the importance of thorough preparation and in-depth knowledge of the dive site before taking up the dive.

DAN Europe members will be directly invited by e-mail. All divers can check out the DAN membership benefits at daneurope.org/web/guest/member-deals.

About DAN Europe

DAN is the world’s largest and most respected diving safety organisation, guaranteeing its members medical assistance around the clock and all over the world, management of diving accident, accident prevention campaigns, unparalleled scientific research programs and countless member benefits, including liability and travel insurance plans.

For more information visit www.daneurope.org.

About Ocean Maps GmbH

Ocean Maps GmbH created the world’s first interactive 3D dive maps based on high resolution sonar satellite and video data. The application helps divers to explore underwater worlds before actually going there, to enhance the diving experience and promote safety.

For more information visit ocean-maps.com.

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The BiG Scuba Podcast… with Julianne Zielfle

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41 mins ago

March 4, 2021

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Ian and Gemma chat about what they have been up to and we hear from a caller on The BiG Scuba Bat Phone. Our guest is Julianne Zielfle. Julianne became a certified diver in 1985 and she is an award-winning speaker, photographer and media professional. She first appeared in dive magazines in the late 1980s when she met Stephen Frink. She worked on Cousteau’s Campaign on Rights of Future Generations in 1994. She co-chaired the Hans Hass Film Festival and was co-creator of the Dive Industry Awards Gala in 2000. She has been helping schools in the South Pacific since 1992 and teaches in her local school district. In 1999, she was recognized by D.A.N. with the Outstanding Volunteer of the Year Award.

You can follow Julianne Zielfle on Facebook here.

Find more podcast episodes and information at www.thebigscuba.com and on most social platforms @thebigscuba

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Jeff chats to… Sean Webb, Director of O’Three, about diving in the UK and the O’Three brand

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24 hours ago

March 3, 2021

Jeff Goodman

In this exclusive Zoom interview, Jeff Goodman, Scubaverse Editor-at-Large, chats to Sean Webb, Director of O’Three, the well-known UK-based manufacturer of custom drysuits and wetsuits.

After a bath time quarrel with his sister, Sean’s Mum taught him a lesson.

She held his head underwater for what she thought was long enough for that lesson to sink in (We are talking the mid 60’s here), but the lesson learned wasn’t the one that was intended. It was then that Sean realized he was comfortable, in or under the water. He was six.

The coasts of Devon and Dorset became his playground. 17 years later, with a trip around the world and some incredible diving under his belt, Sean Webb founded O’Three.

Now in its 32nd year, O’Three has evolved from a business with roots that are unashamedly rooted in UK diving, to a niche brand being enjoyed all over the world by discerning recreational, technical and commercial divers alike.

Find out more at www.othree.co.uk

Rather listen to a podcast? Listen to the audio HERE on the new Scubaverse podcast channel at Anchor FM.

RED SEA LIVEABOARD : Wall to Wall : May 2021

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Explore the amazing triangle of Red Sea Reefs - The Brothers, Daedalus and Elphinstone on board the brand new liveaboard Big Blue. With an option to add on a week at Roots Red Sea before or after.

Strong currents and deep blue water are the catalysts that bring the pelagic species flocking to these reefs. The reefs themselves provide exquisite homes for a multitude of marine life. The wafting soft corals are adorned with thousands of colourful fish. The gorgonian fans and hard corals provide magnificent back drops, all being patrolled by the reef’s predatory species.

£1475 per person based on double occupancy. Soft all inclusive board basis, buffet meals with snacks, tea and coffee always available. Add a week on at Roots Red Sea Resort before or after the liveaboard for just £725pp. Flights and transfers are included. See our brochure linked above for the full itinerary.

This trip will be hosted by The Scuba Place. Come Dive with Us!

Call 020 3515 9955 or email john@thescubaplace.co.uk

www.thescubaplace.co.uk

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